January 31, 2014

We're proud to announce the third generation of
the
company’s
high-performance CS Series
in-wall/in-ceiling speakers.
Models
feature
a
new
ABS
Baffle
with
high-strength ABS clamps
replacing
the
polymer mounting brackets of
the previous
generation
.
Not
only does
the
new
system make
installation a snap, it
significantly
cuts down on install
time, a boon for installers.
The lineup
also
provides
a
minimalist
bezel
-
free
aesthetic, a winning aspect with customers.

“The
new ABS
mounting
system
makes things so simple you can probably
install
a speaker
with one
hand, although we are not promoting that,
it simply
illustrates
how
simplified
the
new
CS Series
install
is
for
dealers
. In fact, we have plans to initiate the new clamping system
throughout
our
custom lineups over time
,”
says Mark Aling
, Senior Director of Marketing
for Paradigm.

While a speaker in a wall or ceiling is
aesthetically pleasing, acoustically it
remains
less than ideal. Walls and ceilings pose
unique challenges. The
panel in which the
speaker is installed
represents an infinite
baffle and
the
inherent flexibility of the wall
or ceiling
must
be addressed
. In this
new
series,
a
black
ABS baffle
replaces
the original
polymer
bracket and chassis
combination.ABS was
chosen for
its
inherent strength
and
the
ability to provide the
necessary
amount of
flex
during installation.
The
ABS clamps
are
designed with
a slight degree of slope and
ribbed
for better
grip
within the framework of wall or ceiling.
Pocketed screw holes
in
the flange
hold
the drill steady
,
making
the
installer’s
job
easier.
A
slight slope in the
baffle flange
prevents
unsightly
gaps once the speaker is installed with the grille on,
ensuring
a
seamless aesthetic.
The final touch
—
high
-
strength
neodymium
magnets
hold
the
speaker
grille
securely
.
Since
masking is no longer involved
the grilles are not only
easier to
paint (
if
painting is desired),
but
painting
time is also reduced.

“CEA research shows
the number of
new
homes
being pre-wired for dedicated home theater
is
increasing.
There are
many
benefits to having a
custom
home theater
at home: no
crowds to
contend with, no lineups, no uncomfortable seats, movies on demand in the comfort
of
home.
Home theaters can bring families or
friends together for movie nights.
Speakers in an
in-wall/in-ceiling configuration take up no space in a home theater room where space is at a premium or
where a
minimum aesthetic is desired.
The
trend
indicates that
home theaters
have made the
transition from luxury
to standard
option and Paradigm is
positioned to help
dealers
and their
customers
benefit.
Our
wide
custom
selection is
simply unrivaled, we offer superb incentives to
dealers
selling
Paradigm CI
and
we’re
making it easier all the time for
them
to
install
our offering
s
.
In turn,
our dealers’
customers are getting unparalleled
sound
quality
at a fantastic price.
Our
custom speakers boast the same well-engineered drivers
found in
our freestanding speakers.”
said
Mr.
Aling.

Speakers feature pure-titanium dome tweeters
and
mineral-filled
polypropylene
bass/midrange cones. Crossovers
are 2nd
and 3rd-order electro-acoustic,
optimized for a
smooth transition between drivers, on and off axis
.
Full technical specifications remain as per
series v.2.